Posting Detail Information
Working TitleCertification Manager
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional PositionNo
Posting Number202501257AP
Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies1
Work Hours/Week40
Proposed Annual Salary Range$80,000-$86,450
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Desired Start Date12/01/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/12/2025
Description of Work Unit
TheColorado State University ( CSU ) School of Social Work( SSW ) is a nationally recognized program, offering both Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work degrees. It's part of theCollege of Health and Human Sciences, and its programs are accredited by theCouncil on Social Work Education.
Position Summary
The Certification Manager will support the Program Directors to manage the certification and credentialing process for the Colorado System of Care Workforce Capacity Center (CO- SOC WCC ), which will oversee certification, training, technical assistance, and fidelity monitoring for behavioral health providers within the Colorado System of Care. Opportunities for this position include: (i) working with Program Directors to create a statewide system that delivers intensive home-based treatment and behavioral health services for high-acuity youth and their families, (ii) managing the CO- SOC WCC with a network of university, state, and national behavioral health organizations; (iii) receiving mentorship from expert multi-disciplinary collaborators in the fields of social work, prevention science, and implementation science; and (iv) providing leadership in a transformative initiative that will have long-term impacts on youth and families in Colorado.
Required Job Qualifications
Master's degree in social work, psychology, public health, developmental science, or a related field
Previous project management experience
Previous experience providing technical assistance
Demonstrated ability to complete tasks on time
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, supervision, and management skills
Experience with managing databases, dashboards, and/or learning management systems
Preferred Job Qualifications
Prior experience working with community or state behavioral health organizations.
Familiarity with evidence-based approaches to providing services for high-acuity youth, including High Fidelity Wraparound ( HFW ), Functional Family Therapy ( FFT ), or Multisystemic Therapy ( MST ).
Familiarity with Enhanced Standardized Assessment ( ESA ), Child and Adolescent Needs and Strength Assessment ( CANS ) or other comprehensive assessment tools
Experience with managing projects across university, community, and state partners
Essential Duties
Job Duty CategoryCertification Management
Duty/Responsibility
Serve as Certification Manager for the Colorado System of Care Workforce Capacity Center (CO- SOC WCC ):
Develop and manage a process for certifying HFW coaches and ensuring that they are trained and certified in the National Wraparound Implementation Center ( NWIC ) model.
Ensure that all service providers and intermediaries are in good standing and maintaining fidelity to the CO- SOC model
Manage a Learning Hub for tracking Enhanced Standardized Assessment ( ESA ) certifications and recertifications
Manage the ESA Network
Manage an up-to-date statewide dashboard that tracks the number of trained HFW , MST , and FFT providers, their geographic locations, CANS and ESA certification, and when retraining or re-certification is needed
Support development of certification tracking system with contracted vendor
Oversee certification data collection, data entry, and management of electronic data records for providers delivering HFW , MST , FFT , ESA , and CANS
Develop CO- SOC WCC standard certification operating protocol manuals, key activity plans, and other certification tools Monitor and ensure documentation that all certification procedures and protocols are being followed
Facilitate certification trainings and events
Present ideas for troubleshooting and testing of alternative procedures to the CO- SOC WCC team and state and community partners
Communicate project information, status, and key issues to the Program Directors and Health Care Policy & Financing ( HCPF ) and Behavioral Health Administration ( BHA ) partners
Assist with completion of annual reports, monthly summaries, and budget reports
Other duties as assigned
Percentage Of Time60%
Job Duty CategoryTechnical Assistance
Duty/Responsibility
Provide technical assistance to help with the fidelity and validity of the CANS
Complete the CANS train-the-trainer
Supports NWIC HFW coaches in providing training for the CANS
Percentage Of Time30%
Job Duty CategoryPersonnel Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
Serve as Supervisor for Program Coordinator:
Support the hiring, training, and evaluation of the Program Coordinator
Develop onboarding procedures and materials for the Program Coordinator
Assign and supervise staff to implement protocols/procedures for deliverables
Assign and supervise staff in project data collection, data entry, and management of electronic data records including protected health information
Percentage Of Time10%
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant materials should include:
Current resume/CV
Cover letter addressing each of the required and preferred qualifications
Contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Emailed applications will not be accepted.
For full consideration, please apply by October 12, 2025.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Search ContactKelly Karmen, karmen.kelly@colostate.edu
EEO
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
References Requested
References Requested
Minimum Requested3
Maximum Requested3
Supplemental Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume or CV
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